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... an easy operation. T VIEW Animated thumbnail view The camcorder displays an animated preview in memory(8GB(SMX-F43 only),16GB(SMX-F44 only))) The memory camcorder's external memory slot accepts high capacity ii T SDHC cards. MENU W T MENU W T H.264/AVC (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced Video Coding) encoding Latest video compression technology, H.264, uses a high compression rate to this slot, the memory camcorder has built-in memory. VIEW In addition to sharply increase the recordable time with an...
... an easy operation. T VIEW Animated thumbnail view The camcorder displays an animated preview in memory(8GB(SMX-F43 only),16GB(SMX-F44 only))) The memory camcorder's external memory slot accepts high capacity ii T SDHC cards. MENU W T MENU W T H.264/AVC (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced Video Coding) encoding Latest video compression technology, H.264, uses a high compression rate to this slot, the memory camcorder has built-in memory. VIEW In addition to sharply increase the recordable time with an...
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... compensation for cards. Play back your trial recording to make a trial recording. the video and audio have or memory card, etc. mistake when handling this Samsung Camcorder. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE Before using other digital/analog media Coding) format compliant with the or devices is designed exclusively Refer to the software installation and USB for use the camcorder and keep it from your PC to other digital video formats. • Before recording important video, make sure of the owner of...
... compensation for cards. Play back your trial recording to make a trial recording. the video and audio have or memory card, etc. mistake when handling this Samsung Camcorder. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE Before using other digital/analog media Coding) format compliant with the or devices is designed exclusively Refer to the software installation and USB for use the camcorder and keep it from your PC to other digital video formats. • Before recording important video, make sure of the owner of...
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.... Improper adjustment of time, unplug it checked by a qualified technician to restore the ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) CAMCORDER to replace your light or power circuits where it is damaged. This will often require extensive work by a technician before use. POWER-CORD PROTECTION: CAMCORDER...
.... Improper adjustment of time, unplug it checked by a qualified technician to restore the ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) CAMCORDER to replace your light or power circuits where it is damaged. This will often require extensive work by a technician before use. POWER-CORD PROTECTION: CAMCORDER...
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... 17 Adjusting the LCD screen 18 Connecting a power source 20 Checking the battery state basic operation of the camcorder 23 about the storage media 30 basic recording 35 basic playback 40 23 Turning your camcorder on/off 23 Switching to the power saving mode 24 Setting the operation modes 24 Using the display( ) touch button 25 Using the back light touch button 25 Using the LCD enhancer function 26 Shortcut menu (OK guide) 27 Shortcut function using the control joysticks 28 Setting the time zone and date/time for...
... 17 Adjusting the LCD screen 18 Connecting a power source 20 Checking the battery state basic operation of the camcorder 23 about the storage media 30 basic recording 35 basic playback 40 23 Turning your camcorder on/off 23 Switching to the power saving mode 24 Setting the operation modes 24 Using the display( ) touch button 25 Using the back light touch button 25 Using the LCD enhancer function 26 Shortcut menu (OK guide) 27 Shortcut function using the control joysticks 28 Setting the time zone and date/time for...
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...109.2mm F:1.8 ❽ 9 13 ❶ ❷ ❸ ❹ ❺ T VIEW W W T ❼ VIEW CARD ❻ 1 Lens 7 Built-in speaker 2 MENU button 8 Display ( ) touch button 3 Control joystick OK), Zoom (W/T) joystick 9 LCD Enhancer ( ) touch button 4 Recording start/stop button 10 Back Light ( ) touch button 5 LCD screen 11 SMART AUTO touch button / VIEW touch button 6 Memory card/Jack cover 12 Power ( ) button ⓐ USB jack ( ) 13 MODE button ⓑ Memory card slot ⓒ AV jack (AV) ⓓ CHG (charging) indicator 10 ⓔ DC IN jack (DC IN)
...109.2mm F:1.8 ❽ 9 13 ❶ ❷ ❸ ❹ ❺ T VIEW W W T ❼ VIEW CARD ❻ 1 Lens 7 Built-in speaker 2 MENU button 8 Display ( ) touch button 3 Control joystick OK), Zoom (W/T) joystick 9 LCD Enhancer ( ) touch button 4 Recording start/stop button 10 Back Light ( ) touch button 5 LCD screen 11 SMART AUTO touch button / VIEW touch button 6 Memory card/Jack cover 12 Power ( ) button ⓐ USB jack ( ) 13 MODE button ⓑ Memory card slot ⓒ AV jack (AV) ⓓ CHG (charging) indicator 10 ⓔ DC IN jack (DC IN)
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... 9 LCD Enhancer * 10 Back Light 5 11 Wind Cut 12 Fader * 13 Zoom (Optical Zoom / Intelli-Zoom / Digital Zoom) • The above screen is an example for explanation: It is different from the actual display. 14 Date/Time Display 15 Time Zone • The on-screen indicators are based on the setting values. You can easily record videos or 19 Manual Focus */ Face Detection * 20 White balance photos in Record ( • Press the MODE button to change...
... 9 LCD Enhancer * 10 Back Light 5 11 Wind Cut 12 Fader * 13 Zoom (Optical Zoom / Intelli-Zoom / Digital Zoom) • The above screen is an example for explanation: It is different from the actual display. 14 Date/Time Display 15 Time Zone • The on-screen indicators are based on the setting values. You can easily record videos or 19 Manual Focus */ Face Detection * 20 White balance photos in Record ( • Press the MODE button to change...
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... you need to use your geographical location and set the date and time.page 28 If you to 'warning indicators and messages' (pages 104~106) and take corrective action. T VIEW LCD screen Power( ) button W W W The camcorder operates the self-diagnosis function when powered on -screen indicators. When using it is being operated. • The camcorder consumes the less battery power in the power saving mode (about 50% of time period, it . 23 While recording, playback...
... you need to use your geographical location and set the date and time.page 28 If you to 'warning indicators and messages' (pages 104~106) and take corrective action. T VIEW LCD screen Power( ) button W W W The camcorder operates the self-diagnosis function when powered on -screen indicators. When using it is being operated. • The camcorder consumes the less battery power in the power saving mode (about 50% of time period, it . 23 While recording, playback...
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... connected to recharge the built-in rechargeable battery. Built-in rechargeable battery • Your camcorder includes a built-in rechargeable battery that retains the date and time settings even after the power is turned off , access the menu and change the setting values by using your camcorder abroad. Select "Time Zone" on the menu, then set , and then press the OK button. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • The Time...
... connected to recharge the built-in rechargeable battery. Built-in rechargeable battery • Your camcorder includes a built-in rechargeable battery that retains the date and time settings even after the power is turned off , access the menu and change the setting values by using your camcorder abroad. Select "Time Zone" on the menu, then set , and then press the OK button. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • The Time...
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... memory card High Capacity) cards. Normal - SDHC/SD cards: Panasonic, SanDisk, memory card during an operation such TOSHIBA as formatting, deleting, recording, and • To record videos, use a memory card playback may not be recovered. of SD card and supports capacity above Capacity) card. Terminals Be sure to work. supporting at least 2MB/s. • After you power off or removing a - about the storage media SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD Compatible memory cards SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards • This camcorder can use a memory card formatted...
... memory card High Capacity) cards. Normal - SDHC/SD cards: Panasonic, SanDisk, memory card during an operation such TOSHIBA as formatting, deleting, recording, and • To record videos, use a memory card playback may not be recovered. of SD card and supports capacity above Capacity) card. Terminals Be sure to work. supporting at least 2MB/s. • After you power off or removing a - about the storage media SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD Compatible memory cards SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards • This camcorder can use a memory card formatted...
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... for recording. Press the Recording start /stop buttons. After data recovery, the system will see a message saying recording is disabled due to the lock. • You can easily record videos or photos in the same mode without having to change it. • You cannot use a locked memory card for you. T VIEW W PRECHECK! • Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX...
... for recording. Press the Recording start /stop buttons. After data recovery, the system will see a message saying recording is disabled due to the lock. • You can easily record videos or photos in the same mode without having to change it. • You cannot use a locked memory card for you. T VIEW W PRECHECK! • Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX...
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... the LCD screen using menu items. Doing so does not affect the recorded image. page 86 • Photo files conform to the DCF (Design rule for capturing. • Use the Zoom lever or Zoom button to adjust the size of the LCD screen. 3. PHOTO W basic recording TAKING PHOTOS You can take photos and store them on the camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX-F43/F44 only) (If you can view...
... the LCD screen using menu items. Doing so does not affect the recorded image. page 86 • Photo files conform to the DCF (Design rule for capturing. • Use the Zoom lever or Zoom button to adjust the size of the LCD screen. 3. PHOTO W basic recording TAKING PHOTOS You can take photos and store them on the camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX-F43/F44 only) (If you can view...
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... connected to external devices, volume adjustment should be done on the connected external device.) • You can playback recorded video files on a TV or a PC. pages 94,100 • You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever. • Playing time of a video to playback images on the camcorder in a thumbnail index view. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on a PC - Find your desired video quickly, MODE T W and playback directly. VIEW PRECHECK! • This function works only in Video Play ( ) mode...
... connected to external devices, volume adjustment should be done on the connected external device.) • You can playback recorded video files on a TV or a PC. pages 94,100 • You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever. • Playing time of a video to playback images on the camcorder in a thumbnail index view. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on a PC - Find your desired video quickly, MODE T W and playback directly. VIEW PRECHECK! • This function works only in Video Play ( ) mode...
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... playback images on the latest created or played file. A photo recorded on a PC. - VIEWING PHOTOS You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever. 100-0001 4. Use the Control joystick to select the desired photos, and then press the OK button. • Shortcut menu for playback will be displayed for a while. • To view the previous/next photo, move the zoom lever. • Do not power off or eject the memory card during photo playback...
... playback images on the latest created or played file. A photo recorded on a PC. - VIEWING PHOTOS You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever. 100-0001 4. Use the Control joystick to select the desired photos, and then press the OK button. • Shortcut menu for playback will be displayed for a while. • To view the previous/next photo, move the zoom lever. • Do not power off or eject the memory card during photo playback...
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... menu settings to the selected menu item. • You can change . • Adjust the value of the selected menu item. For details on the camcorder. This chapter uses "Aperture" MENU VIEW function in the Record mode as an example. . Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to set each menu easily. To z2o. Instructions may not Exit be selected at the same time. recording options CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS You can also access the shortcut menu using...
... menu settings to the selected menu item. • You can change . • Adjust the value of the selected menu item. For details on the camcorder. This chapter uses "Aperture" MENU VIEW function in the Record mode as an example. . Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to set each menu easily. To z2o. Instructions may not Exit be selected at the same time. recording options CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS You can also access the shortcut menu using...
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... recording a video, the power saving mode starts by dimming the LCD screen. Menu Design You can press any button on -screen display - - • When this "Auto LCD Off" function is connected. STBY 0:00:00 [475Min] SCENE Settings LCD Color Auto LCD Off Menu Design : LCD OFF : Exit Select 87 on the camcorder to return LCD brightness to normal. • Auto LCD Off will be disabled in Video or Photo STBY mode, or for more than 2 minutes. 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick Settings...
... recording a video, the power saving mode starts by dimming the LCD screen. Menu Design You can press any button on -screen display - - • When this "Auto LCD Off" function is connected. STBY 0:00:00 [475Min] SCENE Settings LCD Color Auto LCD Off Menu Design : LCD OFF : Exit Select 87 on the camcorder to return LCD brightness to normal. • Auto LCD Off will be disabled in Video or Photo STBY mode, or for more than 2 minutes. 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick Settings...
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... Control joystick (/), and then press the OK button. 3. on-screen display - - • Auto Power Off does not work in the following functions are in recording, playing (except pause), Photo slide show. • To operate the camcorder again, press the Power ( ) button. 89 Auto Power Off You can turn off if it is idle for 5 minutes in STBY mode, the power is connected - "Demo," "Copy," "Delete: All Files," "Protect: All On," "Combine," "Divide." - Shutter Sound You can set...
... Control joystick (/), and then press the OK button. 3. on-screen display - - • Auto Power Off does not work in the following functions are in recording, playing (except pause), Photo slide show. • To operate the camcorder again, press the Power ( ) button. 89 Auto Power Off You can turn off if it is idle for 5 minutes in STBY mode, the power is connected - "Demo," "Copy," "Delete: All Files," "Protect: All On," "Combine," "Divide." - Shutter Sound You can set...
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... images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as the following way. Connect your recording device has an input selector, set "TV Display: Off." page 90 • To record the date/time, display it to be dubbed with the supplied composite/AV cable. 4. All the recorded videos will be connected. Connect the device as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to the input mode. 3. Camcorder VCRs or DVD/ HDD recorders T ġVIEW CARD W Signal flow Audio/Video cable Red White...
... images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as the following way. Connect your recording device has an input selector, set "TV Display: Off." page 90 • To record the date/time, display it to be dubbed with the supplied composite/AV cable. 4. All the recorded videos will be connected. Connect the device as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to the input mode. 3. Camcorder VCRs or DVD/ HDD recorders T ġVIEW CARD W Signal flow Audio/Video cable Red White...
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... inserting or extracting the USB cable into/from a USB jack. • Insert a USB after checking the direction of the battery pack. • When the USB cable is connected, if you have EmoDio (Samsung's MP3 player software) installed on the taskbar. 2. If the "Stop a Hardware device" window appears, click "OK." 4. Connect the camcorder and the PC with the USB cable. • A new file saving screen appears with other USB devices, the camcorder may not work properly. Click "Yes...
... inserting or extracting the USB cable into/from a USB jack. • Insert a USB after checking the direction of the battery pack. • When the USB cable is connected, if you have EmoDio (Samsung's MP3 player software) installed on the taskbar. 2. If the "Stop a Hardware device" window appears, click "OK." 4. Connect the camcorder and the PC with the USB cable. • A new file saving screen appears with other USB devices, the camcorder may not work properly. Click "Yes...
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... your camcorder. does not turn on. • If you use the record or play functions of your camcorder, check the following before asking for a while before using it . • When does condensation occur? troubleshooting When there is condensation, put aside for service repair. Samsung cannot guarantee any loss of the camcorder. When this happens, you encounter any problems using your data. ✪ If you temporarily may need to...
... your camcorder. does not turn on. • If you use the record or play functions of your camcorder, check the following before asking for a while before using it . • When does condensation occur? troubleshooting When there is condensation, put aside for service repair. Samsung cannot guarantee any loss of the camcorder. When this happens, you encounter any problems using your data. ✪ If you temporarily may need to...
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... The lens is connected to set Video Play mode. This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury lamp. You cannot hear sound when playing a Time Lapse • recording. The Time Lapse REC function does not support sound. page 64 Photos recorded on the surface. Playback on other devices may not play on the connected device. • Connect the audio line of the Audio/Video cable jack to your camcorder Symptom Pressing the • playback (Play/ • Pause) button did...
... The lens is connected to set Video Play mode. This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp, or mercury lamp. You cannot hear sound when playing a Time Lapse • recording. The Time Lapse REC function does not support sound. page 64 Photos recorded on the surface. Playback on other devices may not play on the connected device. • Connect the audio line of the Audio/Video cable jack to your camcorder Symptom Pressing the • playback (Play/ • Pause) button did...